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4/2/19

The Daily Buzz For April 3 ☕📰☕


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She Held up the LIGHT and Got the Victory! Lori Lightfoot Has been elected Chicago's first black female mayor
Lori Lightfoot, a former federal prosector, won Chicago's mayoral election on Tuesday, becoming the city's first black female mayor. Ms. Lightfoot also will be the city’s first openly gay mayor.

She defeated Toni Preckwinkle, Cook County Board president and chair of the Cook County Democratic Party. Lightfoot, 56, is the second woman to be elected mayor of Chicago, after Jane Byrne, who served one term from 1979 to 1983. This was Lightfoot's first run for office, and with her win, Chicago is now the largest city in the U.S. to ever elect an openly gay mayor.

For Chicago, Ms. Lightfoot’s win signaled a notable shift in the mood of voters and a rejection of an entrenched political culture that has more often rewarded insiders and dismissed unknowns. For many voters, the notion that someone with no political ties might become mayor of Chicago seemed an eye-opening counterpoint to a decades-old, often-repeated mantra about this city’s political order: “We don’t want nobody nobody sent.”

For some of Ms. Lightfoot’s supporters, the significance of her victory was monumental, going beyond a single candidate or city. “Look, nothing personal, but it’s not the good old boys club anymore,” said Kimberly Smith, 40, who was born and raised on the South Side and said she thought the election marked a turning point in Chicago politics. “I feel empowered.”
National advocates for gay rights celebrated Ms. Lightfoot’s win. “Now young queer women and women of color can see themselves reflected in a position of major political leadership,” said Stephanie Sandberg, executive director of LPAC, an organization that works to build the political power of L.G.B.T.Q. women.

In September, Mayor Rahm Emanuel said he would not seek a third term, and Lightfoot and Preckwinkle beat out 12 other candidates in February's first-round election.


The Suspect in the killing of rapper Nipsey Hussle, has been arrested!
Los Angeles police have arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of rapper Nipsey Hussle that left two others injured.
The suspect, identified as Eric Holder, 29, of Los Angeles, was taken into custody in Bellflower, a city in southeast Los Angeles County.
Sources told NBC News that Holder was taken into custody after someone reported a sighting of an individual matching his description.

Police have said that Holder was seen Sunday afternoon walking up to Hussle and the two other men and firing shots at them in the parking lot of the rapper's The Marathon Clothing store in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Los Angeles.
Hussle, whose real name was Ermias Asghedom, was pronounced dead at a hospital from gunshot wounds to his head and torso, authorities said. He was 33.

Eric Holder is wanted for homicide in the shooting of Nipsey Hussle. He was last seen in a 2016 white 4 door Chevy Cruze CA license plate 7RJD742.Eric Holder is wanted for homicide in the shooting of Nipsey Hussle. He was last seen in a 2016 white 4 door Chevy Cruze CA license plate 7RJD742.Los Angeles Police Department
The two men injured in the shooting were not identified. One of them was also taken to the hospital, and the other man refused medical treatment, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

Police Chief Michel Moore said at a news conference Tuesday that Holder, a suspected gang member, and Hussle knew each other and that the two men got into a personal dispute before the shooting.
Holder allegedly approached Hussle and the other men several times at the clothing store before engaging in a conversation with the rapper, the police chief said, declining to say what the conversation was about. Holder then left the store, returned with a gun and opened fire.

Officers said Holder fled through an adjacent alley after opening fire and got into a waiting vehicle driven by an unidentified female.

Hussle grew up in the Crenshaw neighborhood of South Los Angeles. He and two co-owners opened Marathon Clothing in June 2017 as a "smartstore," complete with a smartphone app on which fans could purchase exclusive products.
The rapper released his debut studio album — "Victory Lap" — in 2018. It was nominated for best rap album at this year's Grammy Awards.


He was a beloved figure in both the hip-hop community and his neighborhood, and his death brought a wave of tributes from fellow musicians, politicians and athletes such as Pharrell Williams, Drake, LeBron James, Issa Rae and Rep. Karen Bass, D-Calif.


#RHOA: Kenya Moore Responds to NeNe Leakes SHADE for Asking If She's Pregnant with a Buffalo!
Kenya Moore thinks NeNe Leakes is "nasty" and "rude" for making a joke about her being pregnant with a heavily built wild ox.
The former "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star made a cameo on Sunday's explosive season finale, where NeNe fired off insult after insult at her former co-star, loud enough so that everyone within earshot could hear her. At one point, NeNe asked Kandi Burruss, "She's going to have a buffalo, isn't she?" At the time, Kenya kept her cool, but she took to Twitter after the episode aired.
"Say my name, say my name," Kenya tweeted. "'I'm having a buffalo,' 'I'm going into labor' -- I'm pregnant! What's her excuse? So nasty, so rude."

Kenya also backed both Cynthia Bailey and Kandi's claim that Cynthia did not know Kenya would be coming to her party. NeNe's never gotten along with Kenya and felt Cynthia owed her a heads up, but Cynthia maintained she didn't know Kandi would be bringing her.
In a lengthy video Cynthia and Kandi shared immediately after the episode aired, Kandi explained she got a call from Kenya right as she pulled up to the party. Kandi said she ended up waiting an extra 30 minutes so that Kenya wouldn't walk in alone.

And regarding all those sketchy, behind-the-scenes moments cameras caught of Cynthia trying to cover up her tracks, Cynthia claimed she always knew Kenya's presence was a possibility but didn't feel she owed NeNe that information.
"I never told Cynthia that Kenya was gonna come," Kandi tweeted after the episode aired. "I told her that I was gonna try to get her there. Kenya didn't even give me a definite answer that she was coming until I pulled up at the party."

"#FACTS," Kenya replied to Kandi's tweet. In addition to retweeting fans in support of her comeback, Kenya also retweeted the following message: "A grown-ass woman has to explain to another grown-ass woman why she invited another grown-ass woman to her party. Did I get that right?" Yes. Yes, you did.

But NeNe was also doing some retweeting of her own, including this message: "Sooooo, Cynthia could have warned NeNe because she clearly knew Kenya would be there. Idk, that is a lil shady."
She also retweeted a fan suggesting that if NeNe had brought Phaedra Parks to the party, all hell would've broken loose.

NeNe's emotions have been all over the place this season, mostly because her husband's cancer battle has affected her marriage in ways she didn't anticipate. After watching the emotional final scene in which she and Cynthia seemingly patched things up, NeNe tweeted out, "YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW THIS BROKE ME! I WILL NEVER BE OK! NEVER!"
"So much has happened that you don't get to see!" she continued. "Thank God they showed this [conversation with Cynthia] and gave me a little rope! I'm broken! My sisterhood was real REAL!"
The two are no longer friends. From the moment Kenya arrived at Cynthia's party, NeNe gave her the cold shoulder. "Oh, I think a monster's here. Girl, I could care less," she said when she saw everyone fawning over Kenya. "I know she wants to be here really bad, so..."
Kenya walked in with a tight, red, lace-up dress. "Kenya, I did not expect you to be wearing this dress at nine months!" Porsha Williams said excitedly.

"Me either, honey," NeNe scoffed. "Oh, my God. Doesn't she look amazing?! She looks amazing, honey. That body is beat, honey." As Kenya said her hellos, NeNe made faces behind her. "The thirst is all the way real, honey!"

Then her partner in shade, Marlo Hampton, showed up. "Oh, wait, I didn't even see Kenya!" Marlo shouted as she pretended to put her finger down her throat. "Kenya, I didn't even notice you! You look beautiful!"

"Ain't she cute?!" NeNe added sarcastically. "Too cute!" Marlo shouted back.

It was painfully uncomfortable. At the end of the night, Kandi and NeNe were standing by the exit when Kenya made her way to the door. She stopped and gave Kandi a kiss, saying, "I'm leaving, honey!" That's when NeNe started loudly yelling, "Goodnight! Goodnight, Kenya! Goodnight! She going into labor!" Kenya tried to walk away, but Kandi pulled her back.
"She was saying goodnight," Kandi said to Kenya in an effort to make NeNe look good. Kenya smiled and looked at Gregg Leakes. "Speedy recovery, Gregg," she said. "You're always in my prayers." That's when NeNe made the buffalo comment.

This should be an interesting reunion!

"The Real Housewives of Atlanta" three-part reunion begins Sunday, April 7 at 8 p.m. on Bravo.


#Empire: Is Lucious about to CHEAT on Cookie, AGAIN?
Bad timing strikes again! Cookie walks in on what looks like Lucious well on his way to hooking up with another woman; given that this comes shortly after she learned that he had an illegitimate son with another woman, it's understandable why Cookie might not be inclined to give him the benefit of the doubt in the heat of the moment. If the editing of the trailer is to be believed, the incident will drive her to Damon Cross, who looks more than a little pleased with himself.

How this plays out remains to be seen. Tune in to Fox on Wednesday, April 3 at 8 p.m. ET for the next episode of Empire in the 2019 midseason lineup.


#MusicNews: Jill Scott will Headline 2019 R&B Summer Block Party Festival Series
This year’s lineups for the fifth annual Live Nation Summer Block Party Festival have just been revealed and the legendary Jill Scott is set to headline them all!
The festival will return to previous destinations in Philadelphia, Houston and Chicago, and Dallas has also been added for the first time this year. On each of the different tour stops, Jill Scott will be joined by the likes of Faith Evans, Musiq Soulchild, Boyz II Men, Tweet, Anthony Hamilton, Carl Thomas, and more. Full lineup with dates below.

The R&B Festival launched in 2015 and has been a sellout each year. Be sure to check it out of it’s in your city!
SUMMER BLOCK PARTY FESTIVAL DATES:

6/29 Philadelphia, PA The Mann Music Center (Jill Scott, Jazmine Sullivan, MA$E, Musiq Soulchild, DJ D Nice)
7/5 Dallas, TX The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory (Jill Scott, Faith Evans,Tweet)
7/6 Houston, TX Cynthia Woods Pavilion (Jill Scott, Boyz II Men, Faith Evans, Lucky Daye)
7/13 Chicago, IL Huntington Bank Pavilion @ Northerly Island (Jill Scott, Anthony Hamilton, MA$E, Carl Thomas)


#HipHopNews: 19 Injured AT At a Memorial Vigil Held For Nipsey Hussle After Stampede Breaks Out! 
There was a stampede at a memorial vigil held for Nipsey Hussle Monday evening. At the Tuesday press conference, Michel Moore said that someone in the crowd who was armed either brandished or displayed a gun, and that another person attempted to disarm him to protect the crowd.

Moore posted on Twitter Monday night that 13 people sustained injuries as attendees fled; 12 were treated onsite. Multiple news outlets later reported that, per the Los Angeles Fire Department, at least 19 people were injured. Most of those were injured by falls, sprains and being cut by glass; Moore said that some in the crowd were throwing glass at the police. One person was reportedly stabbed.

Eric Holder is wanted for Homicide in the shooting of Nipsey Hussle. He was last seen in a 2016 white 4 door Chevy Cruze CA license plate 7RJD742. Anyone with information related to his whereabouts or this deadly shooting is urged to contact South Bureau Homicide at 323-786-5100
The chaos in the crowd was frightening. "Tonight was the first night in a while that I honestly felt scared on the job," ABC7 reporter Veronica Miracle wrote on Twitter. "Babies were screaming, people were shoving themselves under our @ABC7 news van for cover while crying, people were trampled. My heart hurts for everyone who came here to mourn @NipseyHussle's death."
Chief Moore also posted on Sunday evening that Nipsey Hussle's death was one of 26 shootings and 10 homicides that have occurred in Los Angeles in the week since March 24.

"That's 36 families left picking up the pieces," Moore wrote on Twitter. "We will work aggressively with our community to quell this senseless loss of life."


Wendy Williams is weighing the option of Leaving her Husband Kevin Hunter?
Rumors circulated days ago that Kevin Hunter's longtime alleged mistress Sherina "Nicki" Hudson welcomed a baby, whose birth certificate reportedly does not have Kevin's name on it.  But, we all know the deal.  According to telephone recordings where Sherina spoke on the phone as a patient at the hospital, she checked in to the maternity ward at a hospital in Pennsylvania, likely to stay off the New York paparazzi's radar.

Kevin nor Wendy has addressed this new baby, but interestingly enough, Wendy's 2001 memoir may say it all.  the talk show mogul said almost 20 years ago that she would only leave her husband under certain circumstances.  Wendy wrote that Kevin cheated on her back then causing her to hire a P.I. and setting rules for what she will deal with in the future.

In Wendy's Got The Heat, Wendy said she caught Kevin cheating while he ws talking to a woman (pre-Sherina) on the phone in the middle of the night.

“In those forty-five seconds my woman’s intuition kicked in and I knew he was on the phone with a lover,” she revealed.

“No woman deserves this,” she wrote. “I wanted to kill him. I mean really kill him. For real. I wanted to kill him more because I was in the process of breaking my Number One Rule: No Cheating.”

Her rules from that point on:
“The only thing that would make me walk out for good is if he lied about anything – if he was in love, if she was just as successful at what she does as I am in my career, if she had his baby,” Williams wrote.
And here we are.  If the Page Six reports are true, Wendy's OUT.  Or at least trying to be.  And honestly, it's for the best for her sobriety and health.

Now sources say Williams and Hunter are exploring what a separation would look like, even though he remains her long-time manager. They are both partners in Wendy Williams Productions, the company that produces her popular daytime show.
A source told us: “There is a discussion about what happens now — everyone is asking, ‘How can they possibly stay together?’ Wendy still loves Kevin, but her health is at stake.
“They are so tangled up together in business, so they are carefully looking at what a separation could entail. It will be difficult.”

Girl, just figure that ish out.  And quickly.  We do hear Kevin was on the set daily with Wendy after she returned.  Now, she's on a "pre-planned" one week break.  We'll see if here's ther when she returns.


Justin Bieber Apologizes for April Fools Prank Claiming Hailey Bieber Was Pregnant
Justin Bieber is issuing an apology and an explanation for his April Fool’s Day prank insisting that his wife Hailey was pregnant with their first child.

“there’s always gonna be people offended, there’s also people who don’t take jokes very well, I am a prankster and it was APRIL FOOLS. I didn’t at all mean to be insensitive to people who can’t have children. A lot of people I know, their first go to prank on April fools is telling their parents they are pregnant to get a big reaction,” Justin wrote in a message to fans on his Instagram.

He continued, “But I will apologize anyway and take responsibility and say sorry to people who were offended. I truly don’t want anyone to be hurt by a prank.. it’s like when I shoved cake in my little sisters face for her birthday expecting her to laugh but she cried. You sometimes just don’t know what will hurt someone’s feelings not to compare pregnancy with cake in the face but it’s just to paint the picture of not knowing what will offend. Some might have laughed but some were offended .. I think With pranks u sometimes have to roll that dice. #prankster #dennisthemenace #sorry #truly.”

LOL!


Taylor Swift’s Alleged Stalker Facing Prison Time for Breaking Into Her Apartment
The man who allegedly tried to break into Taylor Swift‘s apartment is now facing two to four years behind bars after cutting a plea deal.
Roger Alvarado pled to criminal contempt, reports Page Six, and agreed to an order of protection in exchange for his sentence. He will be sentenced later this month.

Alvardo allegedly swiped a ladder from a construction site and used it to climb up the side of Swift’s Manhattan apartment building. He then smashed a glass door, which was observed on camera by Swift’s security detail, who called 911.
This was the second time Alvardo broke into the home. He served six months behind bars for doing the same thing in 2018. The second incident took place one month after his release.

Swift recently settled a lawsuit over the purchase of the home Alvarado is accused of breaking into.
As first reported, big-time real estate company Douglas Elliman sued Taylor Swift’s Firefly Entertainment, claiming they got screwed out of the commission when Swift purchased the New York townhouse in 2017.
They claimed Swift “wrongfully excluded” them from the $18 million sale and sued for $1,080,000 in the unpaid commission they believe they are owed.

A federal court judge ruled in January that Swift had no obligation to pay commission to the agent.


Jennifer Lopez Sued for $6.5 Million for Allegedly Stealing Idea for ‘World of Dance’
Jennifer Lopez is being sued by a man who claims he came up with the idea for “World of Dance” 10 years ago and now he’s after a huge payday for his trouble.
Alvin Gray-El filed a federal lawsuit this week against J.Lo, NBC and famed choreographer Debbie Allen (even though she has nothing to do with the show).
According to court documents obtained by website The Blast, Gray-El claims he came up with the idea for a show called “Let’s Start the Dance” back in 2009. He claims to have faxed a letter to Debbie Allen and her production company in an effort to see if she was interested in producing the show.

Gray-El claims never heard back. In 2010, Gray-El claims he had the show registered with the U.S. Copyright Office.
Fast forward to 2017, when Gray-El claims he discovered “World of Dance” was in the works at NBC. He says he tried to contact NBC to notify them of the copyright infringement but says he never heard back.
Gray-El never explains how he feels his idea got from Allen to Lopez and/or NBC.

He is asking for $5 million in actual damages and $1.5 million in punitive damages.


Cardi B and Travis Scott To Headline Made In America, Portion of Proceeds Will Support REFORM Alliance
Made in America is back for its eighth year, set to kick off on Labor Day Weekend in the heart of Philadelphia.
This year, on the heels of a successful year in music, Grammy Award-winning artist, Cardi B, will headline the two-day event alongside, Travis Scott, whose most recent album went No. 1. The two will be joined by Juice Wrld, James Blake, Kaskade, Anderson. Paak, Kodak Black, Blueface and more. 

Jay-Z’s two-day music festival, which was created to bring fans closer to their favorite artists through music and culture, will work to benefit the ACLU of Pennsylvania, the festival’s official charity partner. However, according to a press release, a portion of the net proceeds will also support the rapper’s new criminal justice organization, The REFORM Alliance.
“The festival not only honors artists and music lovers, but it also benefits organizations that are vital to accomplishing much needed positive work through Cause Village,” the press release read. 

In the meantime, for those who are unable to attend the two-day event, the stream will be available on TID


See a First Look at RuPaul’s New Daytime Talk Show!
RuPaul Charles began his career in drag in the club scene in the late '80s, before growing to become the most commercially successful drag queen of all time
Over 20 years after his groundbreaking VH1 talk show ended, RuPaul Charles is getting another shot at hosting his own chat program — this time on network television.

The iconic drag performer, 58, will host a new daytime television talk show for Fox, the network announced Tuesday.

Aptly titled RuPaul, the show will air Monday through Friday for a limited three-week run beginning June 10, and will be broadcast on select Fox stations including WNYW Fox-5 in New York and KTTV Fox-11 in LA.

WATCH HERE

“Now more than ever before we need a global voice that will help everyday people navigate this unique time in history,” Charles said in a statement. “Not only do I want to be a part of that conversation, I want to help facilitate it.”
Viewers can expect to see RuPaul’s “distinctive voice, exceptional interview skills, passion for helping others” on display in the show, according to a release.

“Entertaining and heartfelt in everything he does, the show will feature Charles’ modern take on the talk format,” the network says. “He will showcase his aspirational message with celebrity and newsmaker interviews, along with empowering everyday people to become their best selves. His sense of beauty, make-up and style will make the runway work for everyone. Charles’ 20-plus years interviewing and coaching along with his own evolution in music, fashion, style and media will inspire audiences daily.”
He, of course, hosts, judges and executive produces RuPaul’s Drag Race, the acclaimed drag queen reality competition series to find the “America’s next drag superstar,” for which he has won two outstanding reality show host Emmy awards (in 2016 and 2018). The show, which also picked up an Emmy for outstanding competition reality series in 2018 and airs on VH1, is currently in its 11th season and has produced four seasons of an all-star edition (titled RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars).

A British offering is debuting next year. RuPaul will host, judge and executive produce that as well.

In addition to his drag appearances, books, and related album releases, Charles is also a judge on CBS’s The World’s Best. He and friend Michelle Visage co-host a weekly podcast called RuPaul: What’s The Tee?, too.
Charles — who married his partner of 25 years, Georges LeBar, in 2017 —  began his career as RuPaul in the club scene in the late ’80s, before growing to become the most commercially successful drag queen of all time.

His first talk show, The RuPaul Show, debuted on VH1 in 1996, making Charles the first openly gay host of a national television program in the United States. Throughout it’s two-season run, the show produced over 100 episodes featuring celebrity guests, including (most notably) Charles’ idol, Diana Ross.
Meanwhile, Charles’ new show RuPaul won’t be the only show running in local Fox stations. The network is also known for airing The Wendy Williams Show and The Real in syndication.


Céline Dion, 51, Is the new face of L’Oréal Paris
Céline Dion is worth it. The singer, 51, was just announced as the new global ambassador for L’Oréal Paris, her first-ever beauty contract.

“I’m in shock, actually. I never, never expected something like this,” Dion told People. “I never really felt confident beauty-wise. [But now], I’ve never felt as beautiful, as strong, and I really think that the best is yet to come.”
As for her newfound confidence, Dion told Elle she wants to spread the wealth. “I am now embracing myself and feel free to do what I want, where I want, when I want,” she said.

The pop icon, whose Las Vegas residency will come to an end in June, also spoke about the effect of body-shaming trolls; following the death of her husband René Angélil in January 2016, many have criticized Dion for her noticeably slimmer frame.

“Dancing has been in my DNA all of my life,” Dion told People, attributing the weight loss to her ballet routine, which she practices four times a week with backup dancer Pepe Muñoz. “People say, ‘She’s a lot thinner,’ but I’m working hard. I like to move and [weight loss] comes with it.”

Dion dropped a hint about her upcoming partnership when she sported a sweater with “I’m Worth It,” L’Oréal’s tagline, in Paris in January.
L’Oréal has been embracing older celebrity ambassadors lately; other faces of the brand include Jane Fonda, 81, Julianne Moore, 58, and Andie MacDowell, 60. Meanwhile, Naomi Campbell recently booked her first-ever beauty campaign with Nars at the age of 48.


Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty pulls ‘Geisha Chic’ highlighter amid backlash
Following criticism surrounding one of Rihanna’s latest Fenty Beauty launches, the brand has pulled the offending product from its lineup.
Last week, Fenty Beauty announced a new line of bronzers and highlighter shades: Mo’ Hunny/Afternoon Snack, #PENNY4UTHOTS and Geisha Chic. The latter immediately sparked controversy online, with fans saying that the red color and name fetishizes Japanese culture.

One Reddit user who commented on the brand’s Instagram page calling out the product name received a direct message. “We hear you, we’ve pulled the product until it can be renamed. We wanted to personally apologize. Thank you so much for educating us,” it said.

Some fans pointed out that this isn’t the first time Rihanna’s been accused of cultural appropriation; her “Princess of China” music video, in which the singer portrays a heavily costumed Asian stereotype, received similar blowback.
But according to watchdog Instagram account Estée Laundry, which posted about the highlighter snafu and the brand’s immediate response, many customers seemed satisfied with Fenty Beauty’s decision to pull and rename the product before it hits shelves on April 5.
“I wish more brands responded like this. Props to Fenty for listening and doing something about it,” one person DM’d the account, according to Estée Laundry’s Instagram Stories. “Fenty swallowed their pride and that is something admirable.”


Candace Cameron Bure Shows Support for Lori Loughlin Amid College Admissions Scandal
Lori Loughlin has a loyal friend in Candace Cameron Bure. As the college admissions scandal continues to make headlines across the country, many are quick to criticize and judge those at the center of the controversy.
But when appearing on Today's fourth hour with Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb, Candace decided to address the stories surrounding her Fuller House co-star.

"It's too personal to us," she shared while sitting next to Jodie Sweetin. "We'd never want to talk about someone that is a dear and close friend. But I think I've already said that we are family and we stand by each other and pray for each other and we'll always be there for each other."

Candace's words come after the Fuller House cast attended the 2019 Kids' Choice Awards where they accepted the award for Favorite Funny TV Show.
When receiving Nickelodeon's orange blimp, Candace may have addressed their co-star without naming names.

Candace Cameron-Bure, Lori LoughlinDavid Livingston/Getty Images
"Where there's a lot of heart, there's a lot of love and a loving family sticks together no matter what," she shared at the family-friendly event. "They stick together through the hard times, they support each other, they encourage one another, they pray for each other and they stand by their side no matter how tough it gets."

She added, "And a loving family that also sticks together, also celebrates the really good times."
Back in March, about 50 people including Lori and her husband Mossimo Giannulli were indicted in what federal authorities have called a scheme to help rich Americans get their children into elite universities.

Until their next court date tomorrow, the famous couple has been keeping a low profile in Southern California.


AND FINALLY FROM “THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART” FILES?
‘THE MINION MASTER’
Pretty sure Gru is a good guy now. You can turn that frown upside down.


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11/13/18

The Daily Buzz For Nov 14 ☕📰☕


Serena Williams named 2018 GQ Woman of the Year!
Serena Williams didn’t win any of tennis’ four majors for the first time in years, but her remarkable return to the court after giving birth to her first child became one of the best sports stories of 2018. In honor of her accomplishments, GQ Magazine named the tennis star as its Woman of the Year as part of its annual series.

Williams, 37, had a health scare following the birth of her first child in 2017 that led to her struggling on the court early this year. She overcame those initial issues to make the finals of Wimbledon and the US Open, an incredible feat given what she had been through.

Controversy followed Williams at the US Open, however, with an incident involving umpire Carlos Ramos that ended up dominating sports talk shows in the following days. After being penalized by Ramos in the final against Naomi Osaka, Williams called Ramos a “thief” on the court and later accused him of sexism during her post-match news conference.

Williams’ cover has also elicited some debate on social media over whether the use of quotation marks on the word “woman” is disrespectful. A research manager for GQ pointed out that the typography was created by Virgil Abloh in the same style as previous art he designed for Williams’ US Open apparel.

Actors Michael B. Jordan, Jonah Hill and Henry Golding were named GQ’s Men of the Year alongside Williams receiving her honor.


#RHoA: Cynthia Bailey Shuts Down Fans Who Say She’s Moving Too Fast With Mike Hill: ‘Hello, We’re Grown’
Cynthia Bailey has been living a happy life with her new boo Mike Hill, but she’s ready to take their relationship to new heights.

On Friday, the couple spoke to Entertainment Tonight about their relationship. Bailey expressed how happy she is in the relationship. “I am so grateful that I met this man because I was pretty good being by myself but as busy as I am running my Cynthia Bailey empire, I go to bed at night alone, and it is lonely. This feels really good.”

Bailey also added that after dating Hill for only 6 months, she’s ready to have a future with him. “I’m 51 years old. I don’t have rules.” She continued, “One thing people keep saying to me, well, one of the things people keep saying to us is, ‘This is great, but do you think you’re moving too fast? Do you think it’s going so fast?’ Hello, we’re grown! It’s not like we’re 20! I can’t go fast — can I go faster is the question. I really want to run toward my future with him. I love him, I’m at peace.”

Bailey constantly fawns over her Fox Sports Anchor boyfriend. On Thursday, she shared a photo showing off a gorgeous natural glow she attributes to Hill. In her caption she wrote, “In the beginning there was light✨ Glam: @boomkackmua @hair4kicks Glow: @itsmikehill”


#Empire’ Singer and Actress Serayah Drops ‘Lost & Found’ Video
Singer/Actress Serayah of FOX TV’s hit show ‘Empire’ returns with a breezy music video for her latest single, “Lost & Found.”

On the track, the talented songstress delivers lush and glowing vocals about her state of mind, citing that she’s not bothered by irrelevant things around her. The accompanying visual expands on her freeing vibe as she is seen recording music, celebrating with friends, and enjoying the California beach weather.

LISTEN HERE

Best known for break out role as ‘Tiana Brown’ on hit series “Empire” currently wrapped its fourth successful season as a top-rated Drama on Fox, Serayah is not only a talented, beautiful and intelligent actress, she’s also an accomplished singer. Her single “Driving Me,” released in August of 2017, was an independent hit that the producers of Freeform’s hit show “Grown-ish” staring Yara Shahidi, picked up the song and featured it prominently in an episode. Serayah recently dropped a new fan single titled “You Told Me” on March 1, 2018, a single titled “GTTM (Going Through The Motions)” on April 6th, 2018 and a single titled “Addicted,” on April 27th, 2018.


#MusicNews: Mariah Carey Announces “The Mariah Experience” Pop Up Event in NYC
To celebrate the release of her 15th full length album “Caution” via Epic Records, the legendary Mariah Carey will host an innovative and immersive event “The Mariah Experience” in New York. The experience will run from the album’s release date on November 16th and run through December 4th at Sony Square NYC at 25 Madison Avenue.

On the event’s opening night, Mariah will appear at the installation at 7:30 in order to sign copies of the new album. Fans may purchase it at Sony Square NYC that day beginning at 10am. While supplies last, purchase grants one wristband to access the signing. Wristbands will be highly sought-after and limited to a first-come, first-served basis.

“The Mariah Experience” brings her world to life like never before. This Mariah Carey-themed experiential space boasts Instagrammable photo sets, multimedia displays, memorabilia, a pop-up shop, and so much more. This marks a first for the trailblazing superstar and provides the perfect introduction to “Caution”.


#HipHopNews: Waka Flocka Is Open To Gucci Mane Reunion
Waka Flocka is done with beef. Flockavelli has declared he’s no longer harboring any ill will towards others, including his mentor-turned-rival Gucci Mane.

In a video posted on Instagram, Waka spoke about a potential reunion with Gucci and expressed his desire to have a conversation with his former collaborator. He appeared to put the onus on Guwop though, telling the prolific rapper to call him.

“We was young niggas, man, with dreams and we really succeeded but this game changed us,” Waka said. “We finna take this shit back. From the big homie, I’m telling y’all first. Aye Gucci, nigga let’s sit the fuck down. All that playing over. You know how to get me, big dog. You call me, nobody else.”
Waka and Gucci have been at odds for years. In 2017, Waka addressed their feud during an interview on BBC Radio 1Xtra.

“I haven’t been cool with Gucci since my best friend got killed,” he said. “That’s 2012. You dig what I’m saying? Gucci know how I feel about him. It was a lot of rappers in the studio when me and Gucci was going at it. And I made that baby sit down … If you wanna play tough and act like you macho and you the big dog and you this, that, and the third, cool. But the streets gonna wipe your nose every time.”

Issues between the two publicly surfaced in 2013 when Gucci announced he dropped Waka from 1017 Brick Squad Records via Twitter. Prior to the dispute, the trap rappers were frequent collaborators. As a duo, they released an album titled Ferrari Boyz in 2011.


CNN Sues Trump Administration On First Amendment Grounds Over Jim Acosta Press Ban
CNN has taken the Trump Administration to court on First Amendment grounds after Donald Trump revoked Jim Acosta’s from press access.
The relationship between Trump and CNN has become more frayed after the White House released doctored videos of Acosta blocking a White House aide from forcibly taking the microphone from him during a press conference. According to CNN, Floyd Abrams, a constitutional law expert who has appeared frequently before the Supreme Court, told CNN’s Brian Stelter on “Reliable Sources” Sunday that CNN has a case.

“I think it’s a really strong lawsuit,” Abrams said. “I can understand CNN being reluctant to sue because the president keeps saying CNN is the enemy of me, and CNN might have reluctance to have a lawsuit titled ‘CNN vs. Donald Trump.’ That said, yes, I think they should sue,” Abrams said.

Acosta was forced to turn in his Secret Service “hard pass” last week. The pass allows press to enter and exit the White House through a quicker process. “This is going to happen again,” he said. “It’s likely to happen again. So whether it’s CNN suing or the next company suing, someone is going to have to bring a lawsuit. And whoever does is going to win unless there’s some sort of reason.”

Former ABC White House reporter Sam Donaldson called the Acosta’s ban “wrong and unfair.” CNN released a statement in the wake of the filing, saying,  “We have asked this court for an immediate restraining order requiring the pass be returned to Jim, and will seek permanent relief as part of this process.”


Can you believe This Hilariously Bad Idris Elba Doll?
Idris Elba has long been rumoured as a contender to become the next James Bond, but he has already been made into an action figure — sort of.

A new doll supposedly based on the Luther actor, who was recently named People magazine’s sexiest man alive, has been ridiculed online for looking nothing like him.
And to make matters worse, the bald-headed figurine with intensely drawn features and dressed in a three-piece suit is being sold 1,102.26 USD.
Emperis, the British manufacturer behind the dolls, says only two remain unsold, but fans of the Wire and Thor star were not impressed with the likeness.

One Twitter user posited that the doll was perhaps a ‘discount version’ of a better Idris Elba doll called ‘Is This Elba?’
Another said the doll, with its sinewy build and furrowed brow looked more like American actor Romany Malco.
Others just said the makers needed to be fired and posted GIFs of Elba shaking his head in character as Baltimore kingpin Stringer Bell.
Emperis has made models of icons such as Cher and Queen’s Freddie Mercury in the past and claims to make the ‘only handcrafted ball joined doll that is not only designed but also made in England.
‘We have been making handcrafted fine art and fashion dolls since 2010. This has allowed us to turn our passion into a business but also transformed into a special kind of art form.
 ‘Together with sculpting skills and fashion design, it has given us an independence to express our sense of fashion and style, making us truly a powerhouse in the doll world.’

We’ll see what Elba has to say about that.



Amazon Announces It Will Split New Headquarters Between NYC, Virginia
It's official: New York City will become home to part of Amazon's new East Coast headquarters
Amazon has announced it will split its new headquarters, known as HQ2, between Long Island City in Queens and Crystal City, Virginia

The e-commerce behemoth has announced it will be splitting its new East Coast bases between Long Island City, Queens, and Crystal City in northern Virginia. The move had been expected since The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times reported last week the company would be splitting the new headquarters, known as HQ2, between the two cities.

Amazon said it will invest $5 billion and create more than 50,000 jobs across the two new headquarters locations, with more than 25,000 employees each (and the potential to expand to 40,000) in Queens and Arlington by 2033. New York state is offering incentives of up to $1.7 billion if Amazon hits the 40,000 mark, which it would have until 2034 to achieve.

Hiring at both headquarters will begin in 2019. Starting in 2020, Amazon will have job fairs and resume workshops for three years to promote employment to NYCHA residents.
"We are excited to build new headquarters in New York City and Northern Virginia,” Jeff Bezos, founder and CEO of Amazon, said in a statement. “These two locations will allow us to attract world-class talent that will help us to continue inventing for customers for years to come. The team did a great job selecting these sites, and we look forward to becoming an even bigger part of these communities."

The Long Island City location will include 4 million square feet of energy-efficient office space with the opportunity to expand to 8 million feet. There is an estimated incremental tax revenue of more than $10 billion over the next two decades as a result of the investment and job creation, Amazon says.

The company will also set space aside for a "tech startup incubator" and donate space for a new public elementary school or middle school in the area. Also on the agenda -- new public green spaces.
Both Gov. Cuomo and Mayor de Blasio lauded the selection in separate statements, with the governor saying, "We can proudly say that we have attracted one of the largest, most competitive economic development investments in U.S. history."
"New Yorkers will get tens of thousands of new, good-paying jobs, and Amazon will get the best talent anywhere in the world," said de Blasio. "We’re going to use this opportunity to open up good careers in tech to thousands of people looking for their foothold in the new economy, including those in City colleges and public housing."

Amazon also announced it picked Nashville, Tennessee, for a new Center of Excellence for its operations business, which is responsible for customer fulfillment, transportation, supply chain and other components. That center will create more than 5,000 jobs, Amazon said.
The company announced last year it was looking to open a second headquarters somewhere in North America, bringing with it as many as 50,000 new jobs. Several state and local governments threw their hats in the ring, offering Amazon millions in tax incentives if they opened their new headquarters in their cities.
Landing Amazon is expected to cement Long Island City's transformation from a faded manufacturing zone to a vibrant, of-the-moment enclave of waterfront skyscrapers, modernized warehouses and artsy-tech ambience across the East River from midtown Manhattan.

"I joke that we're experiencing explosive growth 30 years in the making," says Elizabeth Lusskin, president of the Long Island City Partnership, a neighborhood development group.


Resident Sergio Palumbo enthused, "The fact that more people will be coming here, more businesses -- it'll be a great influx for years to come, too."


‘Game Of Thrones’: HBO Confirms April Premiere For Season 8
It’s official. The  anticipated eighth and final season of Game of Thrones will launch in April. HBO released a promotional video Tuesday morning with no specific date, but official word that the series will return for its final go-round in April 2019. The retrospective video features recycled footage with the most iconic scenes from the series so far.

An April premiere is not a big surprise, since Season 1-Season 6 launched in April or late March; Season 7 premiered in July 2017. But until today, the only official time frame for the debut came from HBO programming president Casey Bloys, who said the series would return in the first half of 2019. Star Maisie Williams was more specific, saying in an interview with the UK’s Metro in January that the series was eyeing an April 2019 premiere.

HBO previously revealed that the final episode was shot over 55 nights in three locations


Kim Kardashian & Kanye West Hired Private Firefighters, Helped Stop Blaze From Reaching Neighbors
Kim Kardahsian and Kanye West‘s neighbors in their Hidden Hills neighborhood in California are reportedly very happy with the couple.
The A-list couple’s house, which was in the mandatory evacuation zone, is at the end of a cul-de-sac and borders a field. If their house caught fire, their neighbors believed that “it would start a domino effect on the whole neighborhood,” TMZ reports.

Well, Kim and Kanye hired private firefighters to stave off the fire from reaching their home. Apparently, “the team was armed with hoses, and also tirelessly dug ditches to create a fire break.”

The fires did not damage their homes or the neighbors’ homes, and the site is reporting that they spoke to some of the neighbors who are thanking the couple!


Ciara’s Daughter Sienna Looks Like the Spitting Image of Husband Russell Wilson
Ciara is committed to spending time supporting husband Russell Wilson during his games with the Seattle Seahawks and frequently documents her attendance. But this time, the spouses’ daughter stole the spotlight when fans marveled at how much she looks like her quarterback daddy.
“#GameDay! Let’s go!! #3 #GoHawks 💚💙,” the “Dose” singer captioned the Sunday, Nov. 11 photo of her and 1-year-old Princess Sienna Wilson. The mommy and daughter duo watched the Seahawks take on the Los Angeles Rams in a 36-31 game that went to the Rams.
As Sienna and Ciara were cheering on Wilson, fans eagerly remarked about how much the couple’s only daughter looks like her dad.

“Wow her daddy spit her right out lol.”
“She is his twin so cute….. 🧬😍
“Dear lord that’s daddy’s baby girl! So cute!️”
“daddy’s replica.. its like copy pasting..so identical.. much love and respect ciara.”

Since Ciara welcomed Sienna last year, the baby has been a celebrated addition to the family, which already includes her 4-year-old son Future Zahir Wilson, whom Ciara shares with rapper Future.

“She’s got so much personality… She was dancing to ‘Level Up’ today, and she’s grooving, and I’m like, ‘Man, she’s got better rhythm than me and she’s 1!'” SiSi’s dad, Wilson, told Entertainment Tonight in July of his girl’s dancing skills, which seem to be inherited from mom.


Bruno Mars Is Donating 24K Thanksgiving Meals to Hawaii
Bruno Mars closed out his 24K Magic World Tour at Aloha Stadium in Honolulu on Sunday.
The Hawaiian-born singer also donated enough money to provide 24,000 Thanksgiving meals to residents of his native land. According to the Associated Press, Mars provided funds for the Salvation Army-Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division’s 48th annual Thanksgiving Dinner meal program.

Major Jeff Martin, the divisional leader of the charitable organization, was elated about the singer’s generosity.
“We are humbled and honored by this generous donation from Hawaii’s own Bruno Mars,” Martin said. “Bruno is a shining example of how people in Hawaii step forward and take care of one another and we are grateful to him for his aloha [compassion] and kokua [help].”

Mars played his third consecutive night at the 50,000-seat arena. Before performing the last shows of his 200-date tour, he shared his full-circle journey through a childhood photo of himself singing in a Hawaii shirt.
“Let’s have a good time tonight Hawaii!,” Mars captioned the Instagram post. “Most importantly, let’s show love and aloha to everyone driving down and attending the concert. I’ve missed you all and I can’t wait to perform and sing on the island I call home.”

The 24K Magic World Tour began in March 2017 in Belgium and supported Mars’ multiplatinum 24K Magic, which won six Grammy Awards earlier this year, including song, album and record of the year.
In a 2016 interview on 60 Minutes, the Grammy Award winner discussed how his hard times growing up in Hawaii shaped his music.

Despite sleeping in a place without a bathroom or had only one bed for the family, Mars told Lara Logan, “We had each other, and it never felt like it was the end of the world.”
He continued, “Maybe that’s why I have this mentality when it comes to the music. Because I know I’m going to figure it out, just give me some time.”
Now that Mars has figured out his musical signature, gained success and wealth, he helps those who need it most.

In August 2017, the musician donated $1 million to help combat the Flint, Michigan water crisis.
The Salvation Army’s Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division program feeds more than 2,000 people each year at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall during the Thanksgiving season. With Mars’ sizeable donation, the effort will extend to homebound residents across the islands.

This year’s luncheon will take place on Nov. 22.


Kevin Hart Producing Family-Friendly Comedy for ABC
Kevin Hart is expanding his portfolio into television production. The stand-up comedian and actor is set to co-produce a new family-friendly comedy, Don’t Call It a Comeback, for ABC.

The Night School star will be working alongside producer and creator Courtney Lilly, known for his work on black-ish. The series will focus on a 40-something-year-old divorced father who was once a member of a one-hit-wonder rap group. The out-of-touch dad now uses his hip-hop knowledge to get his “swagger” back as a parent, according to Variety. Hart will executive produce through his HartBeat Productions alongside business partner John Cheng.
“Courtney’s idea is funny, relatable and most importantly has so much heart—all the elements that belong in a HartBeat production,” Hart said. “I’m so excited to work with him and everybody at ABC.”

This announcement comes one month after Hart committed to creating several kid-friendly shows for Nickelodeon. The first-look deal with Nick is also under his HartBeat Productions banner. Under the deal, the Philadelphia comic will develop and produce live-action scripted kids content for the network.


Shekinah Anderson Joining Love & Hip Hop Atlanta! 
According to theJasmineBRAND Shekinah Anderson is allegedly returning to reality TV. Sources claim that the hair stylist will allegedly appear on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta. We’re told that production has already began filming for the hit show and Shekinah has allegedly been filming. No word on whether or not she’ll be an official cast member. Shekinah is no stranger to reality TV.

She has appeared on T.I. and Tiny’s reality show The Family Hustle; Tiny and Shekinah’s Weave Trip; Gucci Mane & Keyshia Ka’Oir’s The Main Event wedding special and WeTV’s Tamar & Vince.

Is Shekinah a good addition to Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta?


Mel B's Range Rover tires were slashed and she says a #monsterdevil did it
Newly divorced Mel B went to take her children to school on Friday morning only to find that one of her car’s tires had been slashed. She shared a photo of the damage with her 1.1 million Instagram followers, hinting that she believed it was a deliberate act and alluding that a crime had been committed by her ex-husband.
Some fans were quick to point out that perhaps the damage to the tire was not the result of a malicious act. A commenter wrote, “That’s not a slash, that’s curb rash or pothole blowout. Your sidewall is worn. Looks like you were riding on your sidewall for a while. I bet there is a lot of rubber bits in the tire now.” Another commenter agreed but also cautioned the singer, “You might have hit a curb or something else. Your rim is damaged also, but at the same time be careful and watch out. Your too cute to be hurt by dummies.”

After 10 years of marriage, the Spice Girl filed for divorce from film producer Stephen Belafonte last March. The couple’s split has been tumultuous, from fighting for custody of their 6-year-old daughter to Mel B accusing Belafonte of domestic abuse and eventually filing a restraining order against him.
Despite having recently agreed to sharing custody of their daughter, Madison, Belafonte is still trying to get visitation rights for Mel B’s 10-year-old daughter, Angel, whose father is actor Eddie Murphy. Mel B and Belafonte began dating shortly after Mel B was pregnant with Angel.

In an Instagram post, he vowed to keep fighting for Angel. He wrote, “I will fight for you just like you are my biological daughter!”


Fellatio in F Flat? Jill Scott Showing Off Her Oral Skills On Stage? And she Reacts To the Clip
MISS JILLADELPHIA Jill Scott was trending on social media overnight. During a live performance, it appears that Scott was imitating having oral sex.

Check her out HERE

Well Jill Scott reacts to the clip on social media. See tweet below.
Well?


AND FINALLY FROM THE CRAZY PEOPLE SHOPPING AT WALMART FILES
A$$ HAIR, DON’T CARE’
Little extra insulation to keep him warm this winter. Must be worth it, if I get one piece of hair on my back I itch all freakin’ day.


EGGPLANT NATION: Meet Richie The Bull!
Meet Rich the Bull! You can see more when CLICK HERE TO SEE THE PICS! And remember they’re NSFW!

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